Istanbul, Turkey

In 2026, a single person living in Istanbul needs approximately TRY 84,373/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around TRY 163,639/month. Istanbul is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Istanbul costs approximately TRY 58,163/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around TRY 109,056/month. Rent has changed +28% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Istanbul are approximately TRY 15,450 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Istanbul costs TRY 1,527 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Istanbul average TRY 4,726 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Istanbul is located in Turkey (Middle East). With a 1-bed rent of TRY 58,163/month and total single-person expenses around TRY 84,373/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Istanbul costs approximately TRY 563 in 2026. Budget around TRY 4,508/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Istanbul from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 106.5% over this period (from TRY 28,160 in 2022 to TRY 58,163 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Istanbul in 2026, a single person needs approximately TRY 84,373/month. This covers rent (TRY 58,163), groceries (TRY 15,450), transport (TRY 1,527), utilities (TRY 4,726) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around TRY 163,639/month.